I love the salsa at my favorite Mexican restaurant where I live. I set out to copy it but had no idea  of the journey ahead. I baked, roasted, grilled, boiled and just about anything else you can think of to do to a tomato. …

No, there’s no chocolate in it but it’s a must for a good pot of gumbo. Chocolate Roux is used for thickening liquids and chocolate simply refers to the color of the roux. It’s also good for making gravy. Just add it to some beef …

This Blackened Seasoning is perfect for spicing up chicken, fish or beef. Easy to make and use. The same seasoning I use for the shrimp in my Chicken and Sausage Gumbo.

There was a time, long ago, that ramen noodles were a regular part of my diet. I’m pretty sure that I am not alone in that regard. When my daughter was little, these were a go-to meal for her. She would pop the noodles in …